Volunteers can do almost anything! From helping an elderly neighbour with their shopping, to providing legal advice for a local charity, volunteers make a vital contribution to all aspects of community life.
Select your county to find your nearest volunteer centre (England only)
Find opportunities to volunteer in your area and apply online
How to look for volunteer work in the UK and details of major organisation that place volunteers
Carlolynn volunters for Love Music Hate Racism. Read her blog and those of others volunteering at home and overseas
Details of some leading organisations which place volunteers outside of the UK
From hands on conservation projects to campaigning to protect the environment
Sports volunteering can include coaching, administration, refereeing and management.
Not sure what you want to do? Then check through this varied selection of volunteering ideas
Volunteer to work with or to protect animals
Volunteer as a young person or volunteer to work with young people or children
